After my routine a.m. blogging, I put on a casual, yet cute outfit that screamed: “Hire me!” and picked up my huge stack of freshly printed resumes and list of prospective people that would increase my savings account. Then I got in my car and spent the next two hours stopping in places around town in hopes that the economy was actually allowing business to hire a poor college student. The verdict: s0-so. “We just did a big hire”. “We might hire in the middle of the summer”. That’s convenient – not! The job hunt ain’t over…

How have you successfully found jobs? Any winning resume/interview advice?

With just a couple resumes remaining in my stack, I headed home completely spent. I don’t know what was up, but my Monday morning drained me of all energy. I refilled my tank with a wrap, but unfortunately, it didn’t increase my Monday mojo. It sure was tasty though!

I had to run downtown again after eating for a couple more errands. I made a pit stop at Starbucks for a caffeinated beverage – hoping that it would cut the yawning factor – but my soy latte only made me feel 10x worse. Something is surely up when I can not finish a latte. It’s a serious case of the Mondays.

I’ve spent the rest of the evening resting in my bed. I need a magical remedy stat because last night my BFF from high school texted me asking if she and her BF could come to visit. If you know me at all, spontaneity is my antonym, but I couldn’t turn down hanging out with my missed friend. Heck, it’s not like I have a job or anything… yet!

Now I need someone to put away the laundry on my floor, vacuum, and put a batch of cookies in the oven to make the house smell inviting. Anyone? Yeah, thought so… I better get busy.

Molly & Me

Junior Prom circa 2006

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Quick Q: Am I making my photos too large for easy viewing? Big or small, people?

one of your cousin’s favorite movies…in fact, I just read on Twitter that one of his co-worker’s just bought it for viewing tonight per his reco…cult movie, I think, and probably 10 years old…but maybe something you are supposed to see when you are job hunting. Remember, job hunting is not fun for ANYONE…and I know that you will get hired…somewhere. really.

1. The size of the pictures if fine!
2. Have you checked your local Red Bull Wings Team? I’m a college student too and just got hired. It’s a super sweet job and they pay well too. http://redbullcandidateportal.com/

What kind of jobs are you applying for? I think you’re on the right path by going in person… but maybe do a little research first to see who you should be asking to speak to? A lot of receptionists are gate keepers and never get your message to the decision maker.

Oh no I hope you are feeling better today. Not finishing your latte is a bad sign! I don’t know whether you have them in the US (you must do!), but I signed up with a load of agencies that search for jobs for you and get you interviews. They really work.

Sorry your Monday was so rough. I’ve definitely woken up in a funk that I couldn’t shake, for no apparent reason! But I hope today is better — especially since you get to see your best friend! :)

Good luck with the job search. I know it’s not easy for anyone, but hang in there! I’m impressed you actually went out there to meet people face-face. My method is usually to rely on the internet, which probably isn’t always the best way.

Your pics are great! I want a waffle sandwich… I cannot believe I have never had one! Too bad they don´t have waffles in Africa. Your job hunt sounds exhausting! I am going to have to do that in a few months and it terrifies me!!! Need to start gearing up for it now, mentally…

I like the size of your pictures! They’re good the way they are. And I wish you luck with your job search – just smile a lot, have a cheery attitude and ALWAYS follow up! Make sure you call them a couple days after you’ve dropped off a resume, it makes them pull it up again.

The Mondays had me this week too. YUCK. I think your photo size is perfect. The best interview tip I have is to just be yourself. It sounds cliche, but I think employers know when someone is being real and they appreciate it.

How have I not been reading? :) Gorgeous photos and delicious foods and running! Added to reader NOW.

I’m in the middle of job searching right now and my aunt has been helping me “network” and just asking to meet for coffee or something and chat (rather than asking for a job or handing over my resume right away). I have gotten some good advice and tips from that, and more contacts. Hopefully it will help get a job down the line!